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as in released
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
a global crusade to free Nelson Mandela from a South African prison had emerged
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as in opened
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we'll free the river by breaking up the ice jam
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as in cleared
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
would you mind freeing up the work area so I can work?
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as in rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
a phone call would free your parents from worry
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as in saved
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
this plan should free us from debt
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as in liberated
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Recent Examples of freed
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Seven of the freed hostages have been returned to Israel, according to the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, a volunteer organization focused on the safe return of the abductees in Gaza.
—Michael Collins, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
In a public statement, the group congratulated the freed detainees, their families, and the broader Palestinian community, framing the mass release as a victory for its cause.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
People hoisted that individual up to the bus window to briefly embrace the freed detainee before the vehicle moved on.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2025
Employees and friends of the Federation gathered to remove pictures of the freed living hostages from a commemorative wall.
—Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Thereafter, the freed captives will be flown to hospitals across Israel, which have already cleared dedicated departments.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
This phenomenon is prevalent in stories of Fannie Berry, a freed woman known for her tales about the days of enslavement.
—Sarah Rex, JSTOR Daily, 20 Aug. 2025
Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Israel also freed 242 Palestinian prisoners serving long-term sentences, sending more than half of them into exile.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
With just a few bruises, the buck was sent to the Bald Mountain Recreation Area by the Oakland County Animal Control and then successfully freed.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Over the course of the war, more than 150 hostages were freed during ceasefires, either in the first two or the current one, and more than a half dozen were rescued during Israeli operations in Gaza, The Washington Post noted.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
Hamas has released the remaining living hostages, and Israel freed some two thousand Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
Emotional scenes played out in Israel and Gaza on Monday as the remaining living 20 Israeli hostages were reunited with their families and Palestinian prisoners were freed and returned to Gaza -- a major diplomatic accomplishment for Trump after months of tense negotiations.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
That freed up nearly $19 million in cap space to retain players such as Rob Gronkowski.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The pair were convicted of murdering Knox’s roommate, Meredith Kercher, who was killed in 2007 in Italy, and then freed on appeal after an eight-year, three-trial legal battle to prove their innocence.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
All the freed hostages were taken to the Re’im base close to the border for physical and mental checks.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025
Seven of the freed hostages have been returned to Israel, according to the Hostages and Missing Families Forum, a volunteer organization focused on the safe return of the abductees in Gaza.
—Michael Collins, USA Today, 13 Oct. 2025
In a public statement, the group congratulated the freed detainees, their families, and the broader Palestinian community, framing the mass release as a victory for its cause.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
People hoisted that individual up to the bus window to briefly embrace the freed detainee before the vehicle moved on.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2025
Employees and friends of the Federation gathered to remove pictures of the freed living hostages from a commemorative wall.
—Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Thereafter, the freed captives will be flown to hospitals across Israel, which have already cleared dedicated departments.
—Amelie Botbol, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
This phenomenon is prevalent in stories of Fannie Berry, a freed woman known for her tales about the days of enslavement.
—Sarah Rex, JSTOR Daily, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
As part of the deal, Hamas released the 20 remaining living hostages in Gaza, and Israel freed nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
Israel also freed 242 Palestinian prisoners serving long-term sentences, sending more than half of them into exile.
—Jane Arraf, NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
With just a few bruises, the buck was sent to the Bald Mountain Recreation Area by the Oakland County Animal Control and then successfully freed.
—Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Over the course of the war, more than 150 hostages were freed during ceasefires, either in the first two or the current one, and more than a half dozen were rescued during Israeli operations in Gaza, The Washington Post noted.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
Hamas has released the remaining living hostages, and Israel freed some two thousand Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
Emotional scenes played out in Israel and Gaza on Monday as the remaining living 20 Israeli hostages were reunited with their families and Palestinian prisoners were freed and returned to Gaza -- a major diplomatic accomplishment for Trump after months of tense negotiations.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2025
That freed up nearly $19 million in cap space to retain players such as Rob Gronkowski.
—Sean Gentille, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
The pair were convicted of murdering Knox’s roommate, Meredith Kercher, who was killed in 2007 in Italy, and then freed on appeal after an eight-year, three-trial legal battle to prove their innocence.
—Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freed
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With the Slough House team now liberated to confront the next step in the terrorist’s scheme, Slow Horses is headed into the back half with a lot of strong momentum.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
8 Oct. 2025
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Steve Buckley argues that Maye has liberated the Patriots from their past with that scintillating win over the Bills on Sunday.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The performance opened with Hoying singing live, adding a personal touch to the tribute.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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Long before spots like Rosa Sky and Sexy Fish arrived and just months before Komodo opened, Brickell was more of a financial center and not the best place for a party.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
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As tourists and locals began gathering at the scene, authorities cleared and blocked off the area to examine and recover the remains, according to Diario de Ibiza and The Sun.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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With Taupaki bulldozing a path and anchoring the Bruins’ front, space cleared for Jaivian Thomas.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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Experience might have saved him from this episode.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
17 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, the fact that 20 hostages' lives that were saved must be celebrated, Alter said.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The small-model approach was echoed by researchers at Samsung AI Lab last week, who released a paper showing off their Tiny Recursive Model.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
15 Oct. 2025
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In 2024, the American firm released a collaboration with the lifestyle brand founded by Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz, which included a collection of fabrics, wall coverings and trims that reflect her eclectic runway fashions and South American spirit.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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The unexpected move left contestants relieved but on edge, knowing that one misstep next week could cost them a double penalty.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Oct. 2025
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If ever there was a time to be grateful and relieved for being mistaken, this is that time.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The video, captured in Philadelphia, shows Roger calmly receiving affection on a sofa, signaling a stark contrast to the conditions he was rescued from.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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After being rescued over the summer, Xiao Mao is reportedly on the road to recovery.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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The pants come with super-wide legs and an elastic drawstring waistband that can be loosened or tightened depending on your preference.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
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That's because the city has a history of shifting on this issue, from when pursuits were restricted following bystander deaths, and then loosened in response to carjackings and reckless driving in the city.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Freed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freed. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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